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“I only want you, Maximus. I already told my parents that I love you and I'm going to marry you. No one else.” Aurora indignantly exclaimed. Max was shaking his head from what he heard. “No. No. You’re not being fair, Aurora.” He felt himself losing his strength as well as any chance to change her mind. Max leaned his body at the back of the single chair, almost sitting on it. He tugged on his necktie, needing some more air. His gaze fell on the ground. He’s powerless against his father. He won’t be able to protect his girlfriend from his family. He didn’t notice that Aurora was already in front of him. He just felt her palm on his cheeks, caressing it gently. He looked up to her. “You’re not fair.” He mumbled weakly. Like a defeated child. She’s rubbing her thumb against his cheeks. “The world’s not fair, Max.” Shaking her head. “It’s never fair.” She commented breathlessly. “You get everything you want.” He ignored her actions. He’d gone numb all over. This girl was too much of everything. Too selfish to even understand how he felt. “No. I don’t have your heart.” Max swatted her hand away and stood up straight. He chuckled at her response and halted. He shook his head as he looked at her straight in the eyes. “You won’t. You don’t even have one.” ************** Aurora Fontalva got everything except the heart of a certain man. She only wants Max. But how can she make him fall for her when he already had someone? He loves his girlfriend. Maximus D’Arco can’t escape his family’s wish for him to marry the only Fontalva heiress. Worse, Aurora even blackmailed him, or his girlfriend would suffer. Why would he fall for someone who doesn’t even care about his feelings? Only his girlfriend does. Is there really a thin line between love and hate? What if the thread breaks? **************** AN: Be warned!!! This is not your typical romance. As the story progresses, it tackles family, career, toxic relationships, twisted attraction, love, hate, lust, and heavy drama. And there are cases in which you can be sensitive. Lastly, this is not for the weak of heart. Please read the FOREWORD. Thank you.

"You're breathing," 'Is he crazy?' Liora thought. 'of course I breathe.' She rolled her eyes inwardly at his stupidity but didn't dare to show it to him. Caspian kept staring at her, making Liora uncomfortable. She pulled her hand away, attempting to free herself from his grasp, but Caspian tightened his hold. "I'm not finished yet," he said before opening the door.

Trapped within the damaged walls of her mansion located in Yuchang City, Princess Cheng found herself confined alongside her grandmother, a fallen figure within the royal circle. The elder royal was placed under house arrest, accused of involvement in promoting illicit markets and fostering corruption within the realm. Xuan Cheng, residing in poverty alongside her grandmother and two aged attendants, was compelled to mature prematurely due to these circumstances. Motivated by a fierce will to escape poverty and make sure that no one could mistreat her, Xuan Cheng committed herself to learning a variety of trades and skills in order to support herself. Xuan Cheng was gifted with the ability to heal herself in addition to her grandfather's Seven Cultivation and grandmother's Jade Eyes. She immerses herself in her grandfather's collection of books and risks everything to cultivate fearlessly on her own. At night, she would go out and battle evil cultivators who would frequently obstruct her travel plans. She founded "Duyi Pharmacy" in order to aid the underprivileged and give back to the Almighty in the form of charitable donations. Xuan Cheng is a lone cultivator of Qi who exceeded the Tian Limit. In a world where the Evil Lord had eradicated factions and groups of cultivators, Xuan Cheng encountered someone akin to her: Prince Zhao Ming, the sole individual wielding demonic Qi across the entire Diqiu realm. They both had weaknesses that affected each other, but their unspoken love made them each other's pillars of strength. Betrayal by people they trusted brought them closer, forcing them to rely on each other even more. However, fate kept testing them with many challenges and trials.

The first day of school doesn't go as planned. Nikko is late and he's literally running to school. He's so nervous, and the random guy that laughed at him while rushing through a crossroad, didn't add up to his mood.... *I am not an owner of the cover photo*

After the event humans had termed as the new beginning, people had received strange magical powers and beasts mutated, and the world changed in incomprehensible ways as the planet became bigger and monsters ran amok. Gideon is seen as a disappointment as he has a very weak poison affinity and is often mocked and bullied by his peers and was almost disowned by his parents on multiple occasions. But things change when he is about to die but then a strange green bead falls from a spatial crack and lands on his head granting his the poison system. The world will shake under his feet and the gods will tremble at his name. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Cover art is not mine

As the winds of time and change blow throughout the many worlds within the galaxy, a man and his tiny crew must grow to become leaders of a prosperous civilization to fight against extinction brought upon them by an unknown virus that closely resembles a hive mind. The man unbeknownst to himself becomes the hope of a new generation.

Ren Liang was born weak. Frail in body, cursed by fate, and mocked for his white hair and blue eyes, he was little more than a ghost in the village of Jinxi—a boy bound by his own limits. Unable to cultivate, unable to fight, and abandoned by the world, his only choice was to endure the ridicule of others while dreaming of a strength he could never grasp. Until he stumbled upon the shattered remains of a forgotten artifact. The Shard of the Infinite, an object of power lost to time, merges with Ren’s very soul, granting him the ability to duplicate anything—a stone, a blade, a treasure. Yet power always comes at a price, and each use drains his frail body to its breaking point. Hunted by cultivators, stalked by beasts, and burdened by his own weakness, Ren is forced to flee into a world of ruthless sects, ancient ruins, and untold wonders. But survival is only the beginning. As he discovers the shard’s true potential, Ren begins to carve a path of his own—one paved in shadows, blood, and ambition. Those who mocked him will kneel, those who betrayed him will fall, and those who underestimated him will learn the truth: Beneath his name’s promise of virtue lies something far darker. From the ashes of weakness, a tyrant will rise. From the edge of despair, an empire will be born. And in a world where power is everything, Ren Liang will take his place— Crowned in Shadows.

How would you feel when you died and saw yourself in the future but this future is not one you wished for even your enemy to wake up to. When Captain Aria, a decorated soldier medic, is killed in battle, she is mysteriously transported to a damaged future, where she must navigate through an apocalypse, she must confront her own mortality, and fight to restore hope in a desperate world. In the year 2024, Captain Aria , a highly skilled and fearless soldier medic was part of an elite special forces unit. During this critical mission, she was fatally wounded and left for dead. However, Aria's death is only the beginning as She was thrown through time and space to the year 2178, where a catastrophic apocalypse has transformed the world into a wasteland. Aria awakens in a harsh, unfamiliar landscape that has been scarred by environmental disasters, nuclear devastation, and mutated insects. The once blue skies is now a toxic haze that reeks of ash and smoke. Aria was determined to survive this apocalypse and as she struggles to survive with her marine skills, she discovers some scattered survivors and someone she held dear. *** Released times are every day. I might release from 1_4 chapters a day so expect to read continuously. hehe ******** NOTE: This book is participating in Cupid Quill October so please your vote, gifts and comments is deeply appreciated

|Stripper×Mafia boss×CEO| [Volume one: Heaven's hell] "On your knees," he said and she did as ordered. He tied a silk cloth around her eyes to make sure that she can't look at him while he fucks her. She feels disrespected every time he does this but who was she to deny him when he has her heart in his palms? "Can you kiss me today, please?" she begged but her begging didn't matter. It was only returned with a smack on her ass as a punishment. "You know that I don't kiss. Stop making silly demands or you can leave." "I am sorry, master." That's how it was; she wasn't respected enough, but still, she couldn't leave. He had her heart while she was just a booty call. She would endure everything just to get some more time with him but still, she wasn't appreciated. And when she finally decides to move on, he is on his knees, begging her to stay. And what was the 'so-called handsome CEO' doing in the orphanage where she goes every now and then? He couldn't seem to tear his eyes away from her. The once ignored girl was now being chased by two important figures and everyone started calling her 'The irresistible slow poison' On top of everything, the cute children were there to make things a thousand times better. Her besties were her protectors. They gave her so much happiness and love that she forgot all of her pain. Yet there's someone after her life. Unexpected things start to happen one after another. A book with diverse cultures, races, and love and full of angst. Fast-paced but also a slow burn. PS: the cover isn't mine.

How would you feel if a spirit from millennials ago offers to change your life upside down and opens the door to fantasy? Fenrir. That was the spirit's name. He was a being of great power who came to earth to merge his soul with a capable human one's. And supposedly it was Silas. On this fateful night everything changed for him. He became something greater than human. Silas thought he was a loner in the mass until he met him again under the beautiful moonlight. His mate. But not everything is rainbow and unicorns. An old enemy arrives at earth and wants to steal something precious to Fenrir and Silas. It is at this moment that Silas has to gather all his power and protect all his loved ones and prevent the upcoming catastrophe. Will he be able to win and protect everyone? Is there even a way out? Come with me and find out. || Hey author here. First of all English isn't my first language nor my second or third but I like to challenge and improve myself. Meaning wherever you see a mistake or something just comment and I will correct myself. Even critique is welcomed as long as its respectful or else I will delete it. Hope you'll like this story. Hope the world I am building makes sense, if not I am open to ideas but no promises.

Após a ebulição global e a morte de milhões, os mais ricos, mais poderosos e religiosos partiram para a chamada Operação Frigga, imigrando para outro planeta na tentativa de reestabelecer a humanidade. Entretando, é encontrada uma raça chamada de Canard, e os humanos retornam à Terra após 2 anos, procurando povoar o planeta que está milênios mais velho e reerguer a espécie humana com a mão de obra escrava dos Canardianos. O planeta foi dominado pelos indígenas que querem seguir com paz em suas terras.

"There is a thin line between poison and medicine, and I shall make you dance on it!" Dead and reincarnated, Shen Bao finds himself in a world of cultivation, a world he only believed that existed in stories and books. With hopes of heights and abilities far than what the mortal man could ever dream of, he's given a new purpose in life, however, fate had other surprises in store for him. What should have commenced as a regular life in any reincarnation story, for Shen Bao everything turned upside down when he found out that he doesn't have the ability to cultivate...

In the arid wastelands of Latin America stands **Solitary Bastion**, a fortress-like prison housing the nation's most dangerous criminals—cartel bosses, gang leaders, and unrepentant killers. In this volatile world of corruption and survival, the rules of morality are as fragile as the lives of those who dare uphold them. After dying in an underground fight, **Robert Viera**, a former boxer, finds himself reincarnated as a prison guard in this treacherous facility. Armed with a mysterious ability to see the full extent of someone's criminal life—and gain power by capturing or eliminating wrongdoers—Robert must navigate a labyrinth of danger, deceit, and deadly alliances. When Robert kills a cartel enforcer in self-defense during a prison riot, he becomes a marked man, targeted by the cartel and betrayed by his corrupt superiors. As conspiracies close in, Robert uncovers that even his warden and colleagues are players in a larger, sinister plot to silence him for good. With no one to trust and enemies lurking in every shadow, Robert must rely on his street smarts, fighting skills, and newfound abilities to survive. But in a place where justice is bought and loyalty is fleeting, will Robert's quest for redemption make him the savior of the prison—or its next victim? **"Shadows in the Bastion"** is a gripping tale of survival, betrayal, and one man's fight to expose the truth in a world where the lines between law and crime blur into darkness.

"I'm just a silly child with an unreachable dream. As a child, I always dreamed of being a Hero, but I went down the wrong path. I now look back at my foolish dream of wanting to be a Hero and saving others. Me, a Hero, what a farce. My sins can never be repented for they were too great." "Hah, don't even get me started on the story about my journey, for it's just a long and painful route to becoming a Diamond." "Power, luxury, worlds we can have all of them, but we can never fully be happy." "Diamond goddess my ass!! What is the use of becoming a powerful being if we can't even Live peacefully?" She turns to look at the child with pink hair and pink eyes. "Would you be interested in knowing who we are?" Iris asked the child. "Yes of course since I'm one too it would be good if I know," Polyra answered shyly and she twisted her hair on her fingertips. "Diamonds were supreme beings that were given to create life and destroy life, also known as world destroyers. They could pass through time and dimensions and create worlds of their own." I said as stars formed around them. "All Diamonds have a Diamond Gem in their body plus we have Diamond-shaped pupils to identify ourselves." "So then are we like cool or something," Polyra asked joyfully. Iris gave her a blank yet sad look, "I wish we were..." "All I know is throughout myself as a Diamond all I've felt was pain, but one thing that keeps me going is to find my sisters." "Diamonds are never free unless we're truly strong, but if we aren't we would be chased for the rest of our days." "What about the rest of the other Diamonds? There must be more people like us, right? Polyra asked nervously. "They're not my problem to deal with," Iris said coldly. "Then why did you save me?" Polyra asked as she stared deep into Iris's lifeless eyes. "Maybe a connection, I don't know." She responded. "Well then Iris if you won't find the rest of the other Diamonds, I will," Polyra stood up proudly. "Hahahaha, fine then have it your way." "Polyra, do you still want to be the Pink Diamond and become my follower?" she asked, stretching out her hand. "How can you also ask such a silly question Iris. You were the one who raised me and I don't care if I become a follower of the Black Diamond Goddess, because you're like a mother to me," she said softly. "Then the whole heavens would hate you dear child. For the Black Diamond shall always be the Diamond to bring calamity, chaos, and evil upon everything…." "And the Diamond war shall begin soon." The cover art isn't mine

This is a BL novel. In a desolate future where Earth has been subjugated by the Alki, an advanced species with unimaginable power and cold, unyielding logic, created by Anu, human kind's newest Goddess, society's remnants live as an objectified, broken people. The Alki view humans as inferior beings, fit only to serve their new masters. Ray Malek, once a simple cook in a small establishment is betrayed by his friends and thrown into Heathens Prison. A place where the only way out is as a slave. Sold to the sadistic Salazar a high-ranking Alki noble known for his detached, almost clinical cruelty Ray must find a way to survive his new reality. Stripped of his freedom, his identity reduced to that of an unwilling sex slave, a prized possession to be paraded as both a trophy and a warning. Salazar is everything Ray despises: calculating, arrogant, and unshakably confident in the Alki's supremacy. To Salazar, Ray is no more than an amusing plaything—a symbol of humanity's futile defiance. Yet, beneath the carefully curated facade of apathy, Salazar finds himself intrigued by Ray's unyielding spirit and refusal to fully submit. In defiance of all logic, Salazar begins to admire the very qualities he sought to crush. As weeks turn into months, Ray and Salazar are drawn into an intricate, dangerous dance of wills. Their interactions are fraught with tension, anger, and moments of vulnerability that neither can ignore. Ray, haunted by memories of his lost comrades and his own complicity in this degrading system, finds himself questioning his hatred for Salazar, even as he clings to him for survival. Salazar, in turn, faces an existential crisis, torn between the icy detachment expected of his kind and the inexplicable emotions that Ray stirs within him. Set against the backdrop of a crumbling Earth, where rebellion smolders beneath the surface and the Alki's rule is not as absolute as it seems, Poison Ties explores themes of power, freedom, and the complex, often painful nature of love. As Ray and Salazar navigate the fragile, shifting balance between their roles as captor and captive, they must confront the oppressive systems that define their world—and decide whether their bond can transcend the tais that bind them both. But in a world built on domination and control, love may not be enough to bridge the chasm between human and Alki—or to save them from the forces that would see them torn apart.

Shi is a demon that had lived his life fueled by the urge of revenge...Finally fulfilling his goal, he embraces death but fate has another plan for him.....

In the town of Harmony Hills, Sarah, a talented pianist, and Ethan, a skilled guitarist, meet and bond over their love of music. Their friendship blossoms into love as they share dreams and create beautiful melodies together. Ethan confesses his feelings under the stars, and Sarah reciprocates. From that moment on, they embark on a journey of love, their hearts beating in perfect harmony

[Volume 1 : Dante Blackthorn] Lorsque Anastasia et sa sœur Marianne sont capturées et emmenées par-delà les mers par des pirates, elles deviennent des marchandises destinées à être vendues dans une terre lointaine. Marianne est prise comme courtisane, tandis qu'Anastasia échappe de justesse à un terrible destin en prétendant être muette. Elle est contrainte au plus bas échelon des serviteurs au palais royal, où elle endure une vie de servitude et crée de magnifiques œuvres d'art pour masquer sa douleur. Malgré les années qui passent, Anastasia n'a jamais oublié la promesse de sa sœur de retourner ensemble dans leur famille. Cependant, avec ses mouvements restreints et la vigilance des gardes, l'évasion semble impossible. Lorsque Anastasia entre en contact avec le Prince Déchu, sa vie bascule hors de contrôle et elle déclenche une Crux d'incroyables proportions. Désormais en lutte contre ses propres démons intérieurs tout en naviguant dans la politique perfide de la cour royale, Anastasia doit confronter la vérité sur le sort de sa sœur et faire un choix qui pourrait changer le destin d'un royaume entier. [Volume 2 : Emily Blackthorn] La vie de la Princesse Emily prend un tournant tumultueux lorsqu'elle est rejetée, laissant son cœur brisé et son âme au bord de la corruption. Dans une tentative désespérée de se sauver, elle entreprend un voyage vers l'Ouest. Entre en scène le Prince de la Tempête, un archidémon charismatique aux yeux bleus, avec un sourire semblable à celui d'un saint. Emily avait espéré ne plus jamais le revoir, mais le destin en a décidé autrement. Comme si voir son âme se mourir ne suffisait pas, quelqu'un veut la lui voler ! Coincée entre les prétendants et les cauchemars hantant qui l'ont tourmentée depuis l'enfance, Emily commence à percevoir Raylen sous un nouveau jour. Le démon aux yeux bleus n'est peut-être pas le monstre qu'elle pensait.

In her first life, she had been framed by her little sister for murdering her so called love rival out of jealousy, died abruptly in the jail not knowing . . . why it has to come to this point? She didn't get on anyone's way. She just wanted to live peacefully! When she was given a second chance, she tried to alter the future.... only to trigger butterfly effect, and bringing her own demise along with her other family members.  It's her third life, and she still doesn't know who is her real enemy!   But she can't afford more misshape, it's her last chance. If she fails this time.... she is going to lose her soul to god . . . or may be devil? But fate is playing games with her! or else, why is everyone acting so different when she even didn't act unusually? Is it related to her rebirth? What if she fails again?

A man reincarnated inside a game? What shall come to him, will arrive! *The cover wasn't mine.

I did not write this story on a whim. I’ve been plotting the story line for nearly a year now and finally decided to put it into words. I hope you guys have fun reading it:) Elil awakens as vasir in a world of magic and monsters, reincarnated as a young boy in a realm where power reigns supreme. Greeted not by peace but by danger, he gradually uncovers a hidden talent for poison magic—an obscure, shunned power that holds untapped potential. Determined to rise, he embarks on a journey through tragedy and triumph, facing fierce enemies and unraveling ancient mysteries. In this realm of beauty and peril, Vasir must embrace the shadows within him to protect those he loves and carve his own path. Will he harness his dark gift to become a legend, or be consumed by the very forces he wields? Join Vasir on a spellbinding journey where destiny and danger await at every turn.

Yining had a peaceful life until her world turned upside down when her family went bankrupt. She was forced to marry Tang and since then, she has never been the same.

In a world where humanity keeps declining, just like today's reality, we see how our protagonist Kiyoshi's life unfolds piece by piece.

Kyle, a young orphan, dies from a rare disease, only to wake up in the body of Caelum Alistair, the weak and neglected heir of a powerful noble family. Trapped in a world of magic and politics, Kyle must navigate his new life, uncover dark family secrets, and survive in a cutthroat environment. With no prior knowledge of noble life, he must use his wits to change his fate, all while uncovering the mysterious link between his past illness and the hidden powers of his new world. ***** Cover is not mine, source from pinterest!

In the heart of San Francisco, Azaria, a 27-year-old billionaire heiress, has it all—or so it seems. After her husband, Zack, chooses his mistress, Adella, over her, Azaria is left shattered and determined to reclaim her life. A tragic accident that results in the loss of their unborn child propels her on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment, pushing her to step out from Zack’s shadow and embrace her independence. As Azaria struggles to rebuild her shattered world, she reconnects with Jaden, her wealthy childhood friend who has always held a special place in her heart. With his unwavering support, she dives into the competitive business landscape, discovering newfound strength and ambition. Their friendship blossoms into a passionate romance, challenging Azaria to confront her lingering feelings for Zack while igniting a fierce desire to forge a future of her own. But the shadows of her past loom large. Zack, filled with regret, becomes desperate to win Azaria back, while Adella, determined to sabotage Azaria’s success, plays her own deceitful game. The love triangle escalates as tensions rise, forcing Azaria to confront her emotions, her past mistakes, and the demons that threaten to define her. Amidst the chaos, Azaria learns the importance of standing her ground, reclaiming her narrative, and embracing her vulnerabilities. With Jaden by her side, she faces cutthroat competitors and manipulative adversaries, ultimately leading to a dramatic confrontation that forces her to choose between the love she once knew and the passion that has ignited within her. As Azaria battles the complexities of her relationships, she discovers that true love is built on trust, respect, and mutual support. The climax of the story reveals the depths of betrayal and manipulation, empowering Azaria to break free from her past and reclaim her confidence. Through moments of vulnerability, joy, and heartache, she realizes that her journey is not just about love but also about self-acceptance and the courage to embrace her own desires. In a poignant finale, Azaria must decide whether to embrace a future with Jaden or revisit the complicated emotions tied to Zack. The resolution offers closure, allowing Azaria to forgive herself and Zack while recognizing that her true happiness lies with someone who values her independence and dreams. *Tangled in Time* is a compelling tale of love, betrayal, and self-discovery that invites readers to join Azaria on her journey of healing and empowerment. With its richly developed characters, emotional depth, and the backdrop of a stunning city, this story captures the complexities of love and the transformative power of genuine connections. As Azaria learns to embrace her strengths and confront her fears, she ultimately finds the love and happiness she deserves, leaving behind the darkness of her past to step into a brighter future.

When you are alone in a ranking world, the only ones you can trust are you and yourself. I tell this to myself as a sign of affection, just a few words to keep me calm and fulfill my revenge against those who wish my death. Especially my fiance who was engaged to me for disturbing reasons. ************* Evelyn Denwar, The only Duchess of Laden has to face the tragic death of her parents at a young age. She now seems determined to kill whoever shed her parent's blood, even if it included her fiance but will Evelyn kill for her revenge, will she see the suffering of others for her desire, and what about her fiance, what deal does she make with him to annul her engagement.

Three years ago, Su Luo was betrayed, his cultivation stripped away, leaving him a powerless live-in son-in-law, scorned and humiliated. But now, he has returned as a sovereign, unrivaled across the heavens and earth. With world-defying medical mastery in one hand and unparalleled martial prowess in the other, he proclaims: This time, I will make the world tremble at my name and quake at the sound of my voice.